Campbell County Sheriff Steve Hutcherson Endorses Bethany Harrison

Today Campbell County Sheriff Steve Hutcherson joined the impressive and ever-growing list of law enforcement professionals endorsing Bethany Harrison’s campaign for the Republican nomination for Commonwealth’s Attorney of the City of Lynchburg. Sheriff Hutcherson has served the citizens of Campbell County with distinction over his career. In his endorsement he recognizes the importance of proven, experienced leadership in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office, saying:

“It is my pleasure to endorse Bethany Harrison for the office of Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Lynchburg. I have been in law-enforcement for over 35 years and I have served as Sheriff of Campbell County since 2012. I understand the importance of having experienced leadership in the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office. The Commonwealth Attorney ensures diligent investigations by law enforcement are brought to a successful conclusion in court. Working with prosecutors all these years, I have seen first-hand what it takes and the skills a Commonwealth’s Attorney must possess to do that job effectively. Bethany Harrison has what it takes. Her experience, knowledge, and tenacity have earned her the respect of the law-enforcement community within the City of Lynchburg and throughout Central Virginia. Bethany has my support. The City of Lynchburg needs Bethany Harrison as its next Commonwealth’s Attorney.” -Steve A. Hutcherson, Campbell County Sheriff

Those with the most intimate knowledge of the job of Commonwealth’s Attorney are lining up to support Bethany Harrison for the Republican nomination in the primary election for Commonwealth’s Attorney on June 13th. A listing of those endorsing Bethany’s campaign with links to their endorsements can be seen here: Endorsement Tracker

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of all violations of the criminal law occurring in the City of Lynchburg. In addition, the office handles a variety of other public safety responsibilities ranging from training and advice to police officers to helping victims cope with the consequences of crime. Our office consists of a Commonwealth's Attorney, 2 Deputy Commonwealth's Attorneys, 9 Assistant Commonwealth's Attorneys, and a support staff of 19 members. We prosecute over 1,500 felony cases and more than 2,000 misdemeanor cases each year.

My Commitment To You

As the only qualified candidate, I will:

1. Never forget I work for you and your family.

2. Always work to keep this community safe by vigorously prosecuting violent crime.